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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
KCCI hosts 16th Kaamatan Gawai celebration with Borneo Country Music Fest
Ladislaus (seated middle) with KCCI officials who are also part of the organising committee of the celebration. PENAMPANG (June 11): Kadazandusun Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) will play host to the 16th KCCI-DCCI (Dayak Chamber of Commerce and Industry) joint Kaamatan Gawai celebration. KCCI President Datuk Ladislaus Maluda said the event will be held on June 27 and 28 and they are expecting about 300 members from DCCI to attend the celebration. 'This year, we are holding the Borneo Country Music Fest (BCMF) as part of the celebration. It will be held at Buhavan Square on June 27 and will feature four top bands, one each from Sabah and Kalimantan as well as two from Sarawak. 'They will be performing on the evening of June 27. During the day, bands from four schools, SMK Limbanak, SM St Michael and the Pre University in Menggatal will be showcasing their talents in the country music genre,' Ladislaus told a press conference on Monday. According to him, the BCMF is not only about music, it is also a venue for local entrepreneurs to do business and promote their products as there will be about 40 stalls operating in Buhavan Square on the same day. 'This fest will provide a significant stage for local musicians, food and beverage providers as well as performers to showcase their talents and products. BCMF can also inspire young people to pursue music, culinary arts or event management. 'It could also set a precedent for future innovative cultural events in the region, positioning Penampang as a hub for creativity and entertainment,' he added. Ladislaus disclosed that on June 27, the joint celebration will kick off with a golf tournament at Sutera Harbour Golf and Country Club where KCCI and DCCI will be sending 32 golfers each to vie for the Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Joachim Gunsalam Challenge Trophy. Prize presentation for the tournament will be held during the BCMF, Ladislaus said. On June 28 morning, the celebration continues with a forum on the business opportunities in the oil and gas industry which will be held at the ITCC grand ballroom. Finance Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun is expected to officiate the event. And in the evening, the KCCI-DCCI joint Kaamatan Gawai celebration will culminate with a dinner at the same venue where the four country music bands will also be performing. KCCI, Ladislaus said, has extended an invitation to Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor to grace the celebration.
Daily Express
28-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Donggongon Saturday night market
Published on: Monday, April 28, 2025 Published on: Mon, Apr 28, 2025 By: Lorena Binisol Text Size: People buying food from the stalls. PENAMPANG: A Saturday night market has added vibrancy and excitement to Donggongon township, a joint collaboration between the Kadazandusun Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and the Penampang Municipal Council. KCCI President Datuk Ladislaus Maluda said the initiative aims at creating a lively and entertaining atmosphere for both the local community and visitors. 'We have a day market, but not a night market. There was one organised many years ago but did not last long for reasons unknown,' he said at the launch. 'Today, we want to make a difference. We want to create an atmosphere that is not only entertaining but also enjoyable for everyone.' It would focus on promoting key items such as food and local crafts. 'We have many young entrepreneurs who have developed various types of food. This is a good platform for them to showcase their talents in food preparation, gain exposure and do a little business at the same time,' he said. He said besides culinary creativity, the night market would also feature crafts, souvenirs and other locally made products, mainly targeting tourists. 'There will be entertainment with a difference — something fresh and exciting,' he said. A minimal fee is charged for each vendor. If the response is positive, it would be extended to Sundays as well. Patrons were entertained by the local Evergreen Hybrid Country Band while 55 stalls were busy offering a wide variety of food and drinks. Ladislaus said KCCI has mobilised promotion teams to reach out and promote the night market to a wider audience. 'It is not just an event, rather a community celebration,' he added. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
